Every relationship, whether it is between friends, family, or lovers, has ups and downs. When things turned rough and you had every reason to walk away and call it quits you still stuck around and this showed me the true depth of your love and commitment to our relationship. Because of you even the worst times in my life have been better and I have always had a reason to get back up and keep going rather than giving up. You bring out the best in me but you have never turned away even when I have been at my worst. When things got rocky you were a constant presence and source of support, always on my side and always letting me know that you believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself.

You have been my cheerleader, my mentor, and my best friend. When any one else would have turned tail and run away you stayed rock solid and never hesitated. When others have been hurtful your words and touch have comforted me. There were times when life was hard but with you by my side we got through them, and because of your confidence and support my life has been incredibly enriched. You have always stood behind me, except when you were out in front leading me to be the best possible person I could be. You were patient and kind when I was anything but. You were a calm sea when my emotions were turbulent, my port in the storms that life brings.